After a four-year wait, BMW Philippines has finally returned to the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS). Understandably, many are looking forward to this, but also adding to the novelty of the occasion is the appearance of the all-new BMW iX electric crossover at the brand’s pavilion during the said event.
The 2023 BMW iX EV
For those who missed it, the BMW iX was already formally launched locally. This model is also an important model for the German brand since it is its latest BMW i sub-brand model and so its appearance at the 2022 PIMS is crucial for the brand.
SMC Asia Car Distributors Corporation, the managing entity and the official importer and distributor of BMW for the local market itself, has gone on to highlight the iX’s importance since the company sees this model as one of the long-term solutions to sustainable transport.
Spencer Yu, the President of SMC Asia Car Distributors Corp. said that the iX is a glimpse of future electrified BMWs yet to come for the Philippine market. It’s a vision of a greener future if you will.
The iX EV's charging port
For those interested in the BMW iX, be aware that its xDrive40 variant currently has a price tag of Php 6.2 million. With that, it provides an attractive exterior, as well as a plush and comfortable interior that’s filled to the brim with features.
It also comes standard with plenty of advanced technologies like a 12.3-inch information display screen, a 14.9-inch touchscreen, wireless charging, the BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, the BMW Operating System 8, etc.
Its powertrain meanwhile are a pair of electric motors that can churn out a combined output of 326 horsepower and 630 Nm of torque. Power is then sent to all four wheels. The iX also has a range of 372 kilometers.
A view of the iX EV's rear end
Besides the chance to see the iX in the metal, the BMW Pavilion at the 2022 PIMS is also host to a play corner for kids, a shop where you can buy BMW merchandise, as well as a comfortable lounge.
The BMW Pavilion will be at the 2022 PIMS until September 18, 2022, which is being held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Keep it here on Philkotse to get the latest automotive industry updates.